Carmine Giovinazzo

Born Aug 24, 1973, Giovinazzo was raised in Staten Island, NY. Although both his father and sister were police officers, the family never expected young Carmine to follow in their steps; his heart was clearly with athletics. At the same time, the athlete channeled his seemingly limitless energy into creative pursuits, such as music, drawing and even making short films. Giovinazzo's passion for sports, especially roller hockey and baseball, earned him accolades throughout his youth. In high school he was an all-star shortstop, earning a scholarship to play for Wagner College. He was also invited to work out for the Chicago Cubs. But after three years of playing college ball, a back injury cut... Continue Bio >>